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FOR I KNOW THE PLANS I HAVE FOR YOU, DECLARES THE LORD...PLANS TO PROSPER YOU AND NOT TO HARM YOU...PLANS TO GIVE YOU A HOPE AND A FUTURE.

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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

TORNADO OUTBREAK FORECAST

Here in Alabama we are being told to expect some Super Cell Tornadic activity tonight and into tomorrow, Wednesday, April 27th. My blogging friend Marlene at StitchinattheLake lives in Arkansas and is without power possibly till Friday! She could only send a message through Madame Samm via Sew We Quilt @ Stash Manicure!

Given the ominous forecast, I thought it wise to tell everyone I may possibly be in the same "boat" as Marlene at some time during the next 2 days. We have learned to take Tornado watches and warnings VERY seriously and take prudent precautions. I'm headed to the store to stock up on batteries, candles, water, and nonperishable food.

On a scale of 1-10, the Weather Cahnel plus local weather men rate our chances of super cell tornadoes as a 9. This is very rare, in fact the highest I've seen the rating is a 7 and the weather spawned a few F3/F4 tornadoes.

Therefore, #1 Husband will be making an inspection of the "storm Pit" making sure no critters have taken up residence since last spring. Our shelter was built in 1974 after the severe tornado outbreak of over 300+ tornadoes spreading from Texas up thru Xenia, Ohio. 7 neighbors locally were killed and hundreds of concrete "storm pits" were built in reaction to the tragedy.

I'm not talking about these more modern pre-fab storm cellars with electricity and benches to sit on. Oh NO, this shelter of ours is like going down into a large root cellar thus the term "PIT" is very accurate. I hate it with a passion but when a funnel cloud is headed in your direction, I'm one of the first to climb in after my children of course. MY own children and grandchildren have much better accomodations for stormy weather which is one less worry for me. My youngest daughter is on an Eastern Caribbean cruise about now so I know she's OK.

So...for now I will make preparations, listen and watch carefully to all local and national weather forecasts. #1 Hubby is very good at knowing when is the right time to go to the storm pit so I feel safe with him making the decisions. He is the kind of guy that makes you feel safe!

Let's hope everyone remains vigilant, safe, and no loss of property or life is the outcome of this current weather situation. may you stay safe wherever you are and May God Bless.

15 comments:

I'll keep everyone down there in my prayers tonight. I know we (here in Indiana) are supposed to get some bad weather as well, but I don't think they are predicting that ours will get that bad. Hopefully not, anyways!

The last 12 hours Jane, had us without power...it was sew cold, I put the gas stove on...our winds were 90 km per hour...that is sew bad, our trees were bent in half...I have never seen this before in Canada...never...well until today..our power is on for now...the winds are still high....sew yes take cover in your pit...this has really been a bad year for earth shaking events...and not nice ones at that...luv mdmsamm

Greetings to all of Jane's blogging friends!I am Jane's sister, Sarah Beth, and wanted you to know that Jane and her family are all safe. They continue to live without power, but the are all ok and have sustained minimal property damage. Jane and #1 husband are living in their camper in their driveway to have at least a few creature comforts. She will not be posting for a while and wanted everyone to know that she is ok and will return to blogging as soon as she can!Blessings,Sarah Beth

Hi Jane I have been so worried about you but was glad to find out today (sat) through Madame Samm's blog that you are okay. When you get a chance please e-mail me. You and your family have been in my prayers all week. Sandra (Canadian friend)

Hi, We have been concerned and praying for the people in the Alabama who were affected by the tornadoes. I can't imagine what it was and is like there. I pray for God's peace, provision and wisdom as you begin to recover. It was wonderful to read on "Stash Manicure" that you and your family are safe!

So glad to hear that you have been spared by the tornado. But I'm certain that you know of someone who hasn't been as fortunate. Please know that from even far away there is those that care and have been advidly praying.

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I'm a retired educator of 30+ yrs., mother to 1 son and 2 daughters, "Grandmama" to 5 precious Grandpeeps, married 40 yrs.to my college sweetheart,and savoring every minute of my new stage in life as an empty nester and Retired Grandmother in Chief. I enjoy quilting, stitching, reading, DIY projects, front porch sitting, auctions, thrift stores, morning coffee, Diet Pepsi, tea cups, tea pots, pretty dishes, vintage kitchen linens, vintage sewing items, and family dinners with my party of 12. #1 husband is recently retired so we plan to spend lots of good times camping, yard sale-ing, going to auctions, and simply enjoying each other's company. Thank you Lord for saving me, blessing me, and making me a home in Heaven with you.
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